Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2014 Dodge Challenger owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, she smelled a burning oil odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to continue to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the oil filter housing adapter was leaking and needed to be replaced. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
I was entering onto the highway and accelerating up to speed. When the car suddenly jerked multiple times, the vehicle did not accelerate, but the RPMs redlined. I then lost power while entering the highway. The vehicle would not restart, so I pulled onto the shoulder of the interstate. Almost being hit multiple times by other motor vehicles. I attempted to restart the car without any success. The vehicle was towed home to my residency, until I could have it towed to a mechanics shop for further diagnoise. The vehicle has not restarted in over 3 weeks now.
I bought this vehicle after only having 28,000 miles on it required the water pump to be replaced. That should not be the case. The vehicle started running hot again after having the original water pump replaced about a year ago. At this point I had only put an additional 12,000 miles on the vehicle. Now the company that put the water pump on is saying I need a new engine on a vehicle that only has 40,000 miles on it. This should not be the case and I'd like the NHTSA look into this as a faulty engine from the manufacturer.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge Challenger. While driving 55 MPH, the headlights dimmed and the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated; however, the check engine warning indicator illuminated three weeks prior. The vehicle was taken to breeden Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (5900 us-71 bus, fort smith, ar 72908 [phone]) for the check engine indicator warning and diagnosed that the otc sensor failed. The vehicle was not repaired and was informed that the vehicle would be fine for a few weeks. The vehicle was towed to breeden Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (5900 us-71 bus, fort smith, ar 72908 [phone]) where it was diagnosed with a faulty battery. The contact was later informed that a proper diagnosis could not be performed until the battery was replaced. The contact stated that the technician informed her that she would need to bring them a battery. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that the cruise control failed to disengage when the contact's foot depressed the brake pedal. When the cruise control was applied while driving 65 MPH, the rpms increased and the vehicle accelerated to 114 MPH. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and disconnected the cruise control. As the contact continued driving without the cruise control activated, the vehicle proceeded to accelerate and decelerate simultaneously. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and the mechanic stated that the power train control module and the alternator generator regulator failed. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 18e053000 (vehicle speed control) and NHTSA campaign number: 17V741000 (electrical system). …
Tl* the contact owned a 2014 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving 70 MPH, the instrument panel lights illuminated. The vehicle then stalled, and continue to roll, the driver was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact stated that his girlfriend noticed a light coming from the rear, and when she had exit the vehicle, she noticed smoke and flame coming from the trunk of the vehicle. The contact stated that the whole rear of the vehicle were in flame. The fire department extinguished the fire. The police was at the scene but did not file a report neither was the fire department. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot and later towed to an insurance tow lot. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately unknown.
ABS and traction control light came on after starting the car. A few days later, the lights are still on but is making a loud clicking sound when making tight right turns. Day after the clicking, the check engine light came on while driving 45 MPH. The car was still on but with no acceleration. Pressing on the gas peddle would rev the engine with no progress. I stopped the car, turned it off and checked my fluids under the hood. All looked fine. After restarting the car, it would run then lose acceleration again. Car then became unresponsive and towed to the dealer. The dealer has had the car for 2 days and still don't know what is wrong. Service adviser said the car is not "communicating." I am currently paying for a rental out of pocket. FCA said there are no recalls based on my VIN. Based on my research, it sounds like the p60/alternator recall.
My 2014 Dodge Challenger over heated while I was driving. I pulled over and filled the reservoir with antifreeze. I drove less than a mile down the road and it over heated again.when I checked the reservoir it was empty. So I pulled over and called a tow truck to take it to the mechanic. The mechanic determined that I need to have the oil filter/ oil cooler adapter housing, intake manifold gasket replaced. This will cost me $788. The part I need is on back order from the manufacturer. In fact there are over 34,000 of this particular part on back order because this is such a common issue with Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge cars. He was shocked that this part had not been recalled yet. Please let me know when this part is recalled. If I pay out of pocket to fix this very common engine issue, will I get reimbursed once it is recalled?
Car shuts off at apporximately 45mph. Almost wreck and then flickers back to normal operating and drive home(5)minutes and park. Will not start back up. Towed the car to a Dodge dealer who replaced the alternator recall and tells me to pick it up. I go pick it up and now it will not change gears, over heats in dealership parking lot and fans will not operate. Dealer keeps car and says it's a bad water pump and thermostat. At this point I do not trust dealer and replace the water pump, thermostat, idler pulley, temp sensor, belt tensioner myself. Start car and sounds great but overheats again. Now will not start at all. I see many many complaints about this and Dodge does nothign because it is out of warranty. Note to self....goverment still not protecting the little guy. Side note....will never buy another Dodge!
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, when the vehicle stalled and lost motive power in the roadway. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated she was able to restart the vehicle and the vehicle operated as intended. The vehicle was taken to hanlees Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of napa located at 333 soscol ave, napa, ca 94559, where the technician was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated the failure was intermittent. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 57,362. Consumer stated when the vehicle dies, lights, power steering and power brakes all shut down.
Engine complaints in other Challenger years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2014 Dodge Challenger?
NHTSA has 38 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2014 Dodge Challenger, 26% of the model year's 149 complaints. The component named most often is engine › oil/lubrication › oil cooler (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2014 Dodge Challenger engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 2014 Dodge Challenger, though it has 4 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2014 Dodge Challenger engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 40,000 miles, and 36% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.